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Fuel Cards - what are the
disadvantages?

With so many benefits from Fuel Cards -
what if anything are the disadvantages?

A fuel card means a restricted
network of petrol stations, limited to a particular brand
of fuel. This could mean that drivers have to travel out of
their way to find a forecourt where they can refuel.
Potentially wasting time, fuel and money so it is
important to select a fuel card provider with a comprehensive and
network or one that's convenient, possibly both.

Many fuel cards are available only
for businesses spending more than £300 per month on fuel
so if you buy less the benefits are likely to be limited.

Some Fuel card companies charge
you a cost-per-card or an annual fee per card issued and
while this is usually more than offset by fuel savings it is
something to bear in mind

Generally the standard payments terms can
mean that you receive an invoice every week with
the payment taken by direct debit one week later. This is a
shorter credit period than standard credit card terms; however
conditions can vary depending on your needs and credit
ratings.

You might have a small number of vehicles that deliver locally;
or a fleet of vehicles operating nationwide or across Europe or
simply employees who use their own vehicles and reclaim mileage -
if you're looking to reduce fuel costs,
manage vehicle consumption or ensure that your fleet always has
access to fuel wherever they are, then a fuel card will benefit
your business.

Why not start talking to fuel card companies now - let us put
you in touch with fuel card suppliers now! Get Quotes!

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